Dantunia
Dantunia is a village located in Mohanpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 24.8km away from sub-district headquarter Mohanpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Dantunia village. As per 2009 stats, Tanua is the gram panchayat of Dantunia village.
Here you can discover what makes Dantunia unique in its vibrant Mohanpur-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Dantunia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dantunia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dantunia is 344118. The village spans a total geographical area of 254.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721436. Egra is nearest town to Dantunia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Dantunia
Population of Dantunia
According to the 2011 Census, Dantunia has a total population of about 1,254, with approximately 640 males and 614 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 121 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 135 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 110. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.52%, with male literacy at about 79.84% and female literacy near 66.94%. There are around 325 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dantunia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,254 | 640 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 57 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 63 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 922 | 511 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 129 | 203 |
Connectivity of Dantunia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dantunia. As per the 2011 stats, Dantunia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dantunia
Knowing the nearby villages of Dantunia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dantunia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dantunia
- Where is Dantunia located?
- Dantunia village is situated in Mohanpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dantunia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dantunia is Tanua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dantunia?
- The pincode of Dantunia is 721436, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dantunia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dantunia is 1,254, with 640 males and 614 females.
- How many households are there in Dantunia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dantunia village has a total of 325 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dantunia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dantunia is 73.52%. The male literacy rate is 79.84%, while the female literacy rate is 66.94%.